As a Graduate Engineer within our Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) team, you'll be part of the team responsible for developing the technologies that power the VX4 into the sky. You will work at the intersection of mechanical, electrical and thermal engineering, helping to design and refine the systems that convert stored energy into thrust. Your work will directly influence the performance and efficiency of our aircraft.
What You’ll Do
* Support analysis of electric machine topologies, exploring design opportunities and performance trade-offs.
* Contribute to full electric machine design activities with a focus on reducing system mass within the EPU.
* Collaborate with mechanical, thermal and systems teams to ensure seamless design integration.
* Assist in studying and improving the thermal and electromagnetic performance of electric machines.
* Document findings, design decisions and test results to support certification and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* A degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering (or a related discipline).
* Understanding of electric machine fundamentals and basic thermal or electromagnetic analysis.
* Familiarity with tools such as MATLAB, Simulink or other modelling and simulation environments.
* Strong analytical, problem‑solving and collaboration skills.
* A proactive mindset, with the ability to manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
* 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday.
* 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell).
* 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership.
* Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits.
* Award‑winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand).
* Company performance‑based bonus – rewarding company and individual performance.
* Company Share Scheme – open to every Vertical employee.
* Company Pension Scheme – 5% and we match it.
* Breakfast on us, every day.
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